NEW food hygiene ratings have been given to nine food establishments across St Helens, ranging from scores of two to five.

From a score of zero to five, food hygiene ratings are given to food handling businesses after an inspection has assessed how well they comply with food safety laws.

The rating reflects the standards of food hygiene found on the date of the inspection by the local authority.

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Shakey J's 

St Helens Star: Shakey J's, on High Street in NewtonShakey J's, on High Street in Newton (Image: Shakey J's)

Shakey J's, on High Street in Newton-le-Willows, was given a five-out-of-five food hygiene rating from its inspection on March 7.

The burger and milkshake restaurant's hygienic food handling and management of food safety was rated as "Good" in the inspection.

Inspectors also found that the cleanliness and condition was "Good".

The Mount Garden

St Helens Star: Mount Garden, in the grounds of Holy Trinity Church in FingerpostMount Garden, in the grounds of Holy Trinity Church in Fingerpost (Image: Submitted)

The Mount Garden, at Holy Trinity Church And Hall on Traverse Street in Fingerpost was given a five-out-of-five food hygiene rating from its inspection on March 2.

The cafe's hygienic food handling and management of food safety was rated as "Good" in the inspection.

Inspectors also found that the cleanliness and condition of the building was "Good".

Little George Quarter

St Helens Star: Little George Quarter, on George StreetLittle George Quarter, on George Street (Image: St Helens Star)

Little George Quarter, on George Street in St Helens town centre, was given a five-out-of-five food hygiene rating from its inspection on March 8

The pub's hygienic food handling and the cleanliness and condition of the building was rated as "Good" in the inspection.

Inspectors found that the management of food safety was "Very Good".

Red Cat

St Helens Star: The Red Cat on Red Cat Lane, CrankThe Red Cat on Red Cat Lane, Crank (Image: Google Maps)

The Red Cat, on Red Cat Lane in Crank, was given a five-out-of-five food hygiene rating from its inspection on March 2.

The pub's hygienic food handling and management of food safety was rated as "Very Good" in the inspection.

Inspectors also found that the cleanliness and condition of the building was "Very Good".

Tesco Customer Cafe

St Helens Star: Tesco Extra on St Helens LinkwayTesco Extra on St Helens Linkway (Image: St Helens Star)

Tesco Customer Cafe, at St Helens Linkway, was given a five-out-of-five food hygiene rating from its inspection on March 13.

The cafe's management of food safety was rated as "Very Good" in the inspection.

Inspectors found that the cafe's hygienic food handling and the cleanliness and condition of the building were "Good".

Willowbees Cafe

St Helens Star: Newton-le-Willows Health and Fitness Centre, on Ashtons RoadNewton-le-Willows Health and Fitness Centre, on Ashtons Road (Image: Google Maps)

Willowbees Cafe, at Newton-le-Willows Health And Fitness Centre on Ashton Road, was given a five-out-of-five food hygiene rating from its inspection on March 7.

The cafe's hygienic food handling and management of food safety was rated as "Good" in the inspection.

Inspectors also found that the cleanliness and condition of the building was "Good".

Vindaloo Express

St Helens Star: Vindaloo Express, on Cambridge Road in West ParkVindaloo Express, on Cambridge Road in West Park (Image: Google Maps)

Vindaloo Express, on Cambridge Road in West Park, was given a four-out-of-five food hygiene rating from its inspection on January 30.

The Indian takeaway's hygienic food handling and management of food safety was rated as "Good" in the inspection.

Inspectors found that the cleanliness and condition of the building was "Generally satisfactory".

Viva Pizza

St Helens Star: Viva Pizza on Sutton RoadViva Pizza on Sutton Road (Image: Google Maps)

Viva Pizza, on Sutton Road in Sutton, was given a three-out-of-five food hygiene rating from its inspection on February 7.

The takeaway's hygienic food handling and management of food safety was rated as "Generally Satisfactory" in the inspection.

Inspectors found that the cleanliness and condition of the building was "Good".

Pink Pearl

St Helens Star: Pink Pearl Restaurant on Earle Street in NewtonPink Pearl Restaurant on Earle Street in Newton (Image: Google Maps)

Pink Pearl, on Earle Street in Newton-le-Willows, was given a two-out-of-five food hygiene rating from its inspection on February 7.

The Indian restaurant and takeaway's hygienic food handling and management of food safety was rated as "Generally Satisfactory" in the inspection.

However, inspectors found that the cleanliness and condition of the building needed improvements.